Ledbury and Shockoe Atelier are making and selling masks to VCU Health, and they plan to continue to ramp up production.
Local clothiers shift production to protective masks
Retail
Virus brings Tazza’s Big Kitchen concept back to life
While many local restaurants have closed abruptly during the coronavirus downturn, one Richmond restaurant group quickly reopened an outpost in Scott’s Addition it had closed when the economy was stronger.
Billy Jack’s Shack closes for good in the Bottom after year in business
A Shockoe Bottom eatery has tapped out permanently, while its sister restaurant in the West End continues cooking.
New details emerge on Hardywood-anchored development near The Diamond
The brewery has sold its other Ownby Lane property to Spy Rock, which plans upwards of 200 residences on the surrounding parcels. And Hardywood says the extra cash will help it weather the coronavirus storm.
Richmonders’ liquor cabinets feeling flush as virus scare takes hold
ABC stores in the Richmond region sold nearly $7 million worth of liquor last week as the full extent of the coronavirus spread began to hit home.
Short Pump cycling gym spins out new virus-era rental model
On the hunt for revenue as its members keep their distance during the pandemic, a local gym is letting its stationary bikes go mobile to bring exercise routines to customers’ living rooms.
Which industries are essential and non-essential in statewide lockdown?
Construction, food and beverage, retail and others are able to continue operating onsite following the governor’s order Monday to shut down non-essential businesses and schools.
‘You have to innovate’: Local taco joint bets on membership drive
Despite shutting down last week and temporarily laying off its staff, Don’t Look Back is looking ahead to a day when it can reopen and try what it hopes is a novel approach to surviving the coronavirus downturn.
Carytown clothier seeks buyer after outbreak wipes out foot traffic
“It’s a judgement call and I know the numbers. It’s hard to be a Carytown business in a good economy.”
Virus forcing local breweries to dive into delivery business
Feel like you could use a drink in these most unusual times? The region’s breweries are working to make sure you’ll be able to get one, though taprooms across the area are closing.